The details of Primal Boost, card number 277 from the 2002 Magic: The Gathering Onslaught set. This uncommon instant offers strategic value through its unique cycling ability.
Primal Boost
2002 • Magic: The Gathering • Onslaught
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Primal Boost is a distinct green instant from the Magic: The Gathering Onslaught expansion, released in 2002. Identified as card number 277 in the set, this uncommon card provides players with a versatile option for modifying creature statistics during gameplay. The card allows a player to significantly increase a target creature's power and toughness for a single turn, making it a useful tool for aggressive strategies or breaking through defenses. A key feature of Primal Boost is its cycling ability, which permits the player to discard the card to draw a new one while potentially granting a smaller boost to another creature. This mechanic adds depth to deck construction, allowing collectors and players to appreciate the strategic design that defines the Onslaught era. The artwork for this card was created by Eric Peterson, contributing to the visual identity of the set. For collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading cards, Primal Boost represents a specific point in the game's history, appealing to those who study the evolution of card mechanics and set design. Whether you are building a collection focused on specific sets or exploring the diverse abilities within the Magic universe, understanding cards like Primal Boost enhances the overall appreciation of the hobby.
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Primal Boost
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Eric Peterson
Card Stock
English
{2}{G}
Instant
G
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Target creature gets +4/+4 until end of turn. Cycling {2}{G} ({2}{G}, Discard this card: Draw a card.) When you cycle this card, you may have target creature get +1/+1 until end of turn.